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Jayhawks look ahead to next women’s basketball season

Returning players, incoming freshmen may be the recipe to boost a chance at the NCAA Tournament this year.

Listen to some tunes before it’s too late

Summers almost at an end, but students can still stay busy with all the concerts and shows around Lawrence and Kansas City.

Residents may be paying higher water rates

City commissioners proposed an increase in the price of water because of the water treatment’s reliability.

Graduate student qualifies for 2008 Olympics

Scott Russell, former Kansas javelin thrower, threw 83.20 meters to qualify for the summer Olympics in Beijing.

Green festival returns to Lawrence at new location

Businesses, organizations plan to educate families and consumers with eco-friendly products and activities.

On the Record: July 21, 2008

Crime around Lawrence for Monday, July 21.

Teaching beauty pageants goes beyond skin deep

Staci Klinginsmith helps train younger girls for the competition and helps them gain self-confidence.

Kivisto removed as president, CEO of company

Tom Kivisto, former Kansas point guard, was a major donor to the new Anderson Family Football Complex.

“White Glove” tour displays Dole’s college, political life

Tour provides opportunity to get an up-close tour of former Sen. Bob Dole’s personal letters and artifacts.